Cheap flight tickets from Birmingham to Orkney Kirkwall

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Orkney Kirkwall

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Birmingham to Orkney Kirkwall flights are currently cheapest in July.

Birmingham to Orkney Kirkwall: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Birmingham to Kirkwall below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Orkney Kirkwall.

Birmingham to Kirkwall: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM2,158
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Birmingham to Orkney Kirkwall: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Birmingham to Orkney Kirkwall is RM2,158. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Birmingham to Orkney Kirkwall. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM2,158.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Birmingham to Orkney Kirkwall.
The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Orkney Kirkwall is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Orkney Kirkwall Airport on Thursday, 9 July 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Birmingham Airport and Orkney Kirkwall Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Orkney Kirkwall but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kirkwall is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Orkney Kirkwall.

Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Kirkwall Airport (KOI): what you need to know

  • Your BHX to KOI flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Kirkwall Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BHX and KOI include:

    • Aberdeen International Airport

    • Glasgow International Airport

    • Edinburgh Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Kirkwall Airport (KOI)

  • RM1,179 is currently the best price for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Kirkwall Airport flight. A return flight starts from RM2,158. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BHX to KOI if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport to Kirkwall Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from BHX to KOI.

  • Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Kirkwall Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Birmingham International Airport, data shows 65.48% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • To reach Birmingham International Airport from central Birmingham, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a journey time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.

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Arriving at Kirkwall Airport (KOI)

Getting from Kirkwall Airport (KOI) to central Kirkwall

  • From Kirkwall Airport, Kirkwall is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling on public transport takes around 15 minutes.

When to fly to Kirkwall Airport (KOI)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Kirkwall Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Kirkwall. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in May.

  • Before locking in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Kirkwall Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Kirkwall, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).

  • February sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BHX to KOI sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Glasgow is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Kirkwall. Around 354 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.

  • Edinburgh is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 338 kilometres south of Kirkwall. No journey is complete without dropping by Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.